Posted 2 weeks ago
By Angela Cowan • Counseling Program Manager
Over the past six months, the Counseling team at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota has added some new faces to the team. In September, we welcom[...] Posted 3 weeks ago
By Tara Burns, LPCC • JFCS Therapist
Nature-based Therapy is an approach to counseling that brings therapy outdoors, combining conversation, gentle movement, and time in nature. Rather than meeting only in a[...] Posted 3 weeks ago
No one wants to reinforce their child’s fear of monsters under the bed, but we do want them to feel heard and supported. How do we thread that needle? This month’s question tackles how parents can support the[...] Posted 2 months ago
Summer camp can be an exciting experience, full of new opportunities, new friendships, and new skills. Parents sending their child to summer camp for the first time may find themselves wonderi[...] Posted 3 months ago
JFCS’ recent uniting with Jewish Family Service of St. Paul (JFS) has allowed us to offer many of its ongoing programming to the entire community. This includes JFS’ long-running caregiver and grief online su[...] Posted 3 months ago
This month’s question: “The world feels so unhinged, every day a new devastating challenge. How can I help my children feel safe and not scared during this uncertain time?”
Dori Gelfman, Education and Le[...] Posted 5 months ago
This month’s question: How do I talk with my teen about suicide?
Nikole Slocum, MS, LPCC, JFCS Therapist:
Talking with your teen about suicide might feel like one of the hardest conversations you’ll eve[...] Posted 6 months ago
This month’s question: Seeing your adult child struggle with mental illness can feel overwhelming and upsetting; you may be left wondering, what can I do to help?
Angela Cowan, MSW, LICSW, Counseling Program[...] Posted 7 months ago
This months’ question:
My 3-year-old throws tantrums every time we leave the park. How can I set boundaries without losing my temper?
Natalie Quiring-Oleson, MSW, LICSW, JFCS Therapist (and proud parent o[...] Posted 8 months ago
This months’ question:
If you’ve asked your teen how they are feeling and get a quick response of, “I’m fine,” it may feel like the topic is closed. You may be left wondering, is there a way to effec[...] 